Finding the Fourth Proportional to 454.52, 627 and 344
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 454.52, 627 and 344 is: 474.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
454.52 : 627 = 344 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
454.52/627 = 344/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
454.52x = 627 × 344 - Step 4: Simplify right side
454.52x = 215,688 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 215,688/454.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 474.54
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